National Museum of Funeral History

4.8 (1,888)museum

$7.00 – $15.00
415 Barren Springs Dr, Houston, TX 77090, USA

Far from grim, this museum explores mourning customs with historic hearses, presidential coffins, and mortuary science.

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Description

Exhibits cover funerary traditions from around the world, pairing detailed explanations with an unexpectedly expansive footprint. The collection features a permanent replica of the Shroud of Turin alongside artifacts related to famous funerals throughout history. Galleries also document the history of embalming and cremation, accompanied by a sizable display of classic cars and vehicles used for funeral services.


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